Experienced Audio-Visual Technician
Resume:
John B. Hage
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1. SUMMARY. John B. Hage is an accomplished musician, director, educator and producer with experience and training in sound systems, multi-media applications and technical support. Proven track record of successfully directing diverse, multi-cultural groups and organizations of all ages and proficiency to create professional performances and recordings. Created, organized and produced successful charitable fundraising events including Special Olympics, Walk for Love of Children and Race for the Cure. Performed at Carnegie Hall, Constitution Hall, The Kennedy Center, The National Theater with such artists as Duran Duran, Bonnie Raitt and Mstislav Rostropovich.
2. AREAS OF INTEREST. Looking to creatively apply extensive and diverse experience in Sound Technology, Performing Arts, Management, Education and Composition.
3. EXPERIENCE
3.1. SOUND TECHNICIAN
Recording Producer
• Produced and engineered professional recordings using Pro Tools and Cubase recording software. Responsible for planning sessions, tracking, mixing, mastering, graphic design and distribution.
Sound Technician, 1990-Present (MD, VA, DC)
• Installed, repaired and operated sophisticated electronic and audio visual systems for government facilities, schools, churches, hotels, restaurants, cruise ships and private residences for various sound and video company’s including Lerma Electronics and The Audio Edge.
• Provided technical support to students and staff on computers and various multi-media. Set up, installed programs and maintained computer workstations. Managed network server and restored server malfunctions.
• Set-up repaired and operated sound systems for a wide variety of live performances at various theaters, nightclubs and performing arts venues.
• Competent customers’ Technical Support Technician.
3.2. PERFORMING ARTS
Performing Arts Director, The Banner School (Frederick, MD) 2007-Present
• Designed, installed, operated and maintained sound system for various school related events. Operated stage lighting, sound effects, video projectors, computer programs and multi-media applications for school. Trained staff and students on proper audio-visual operation.
• Directed concert bands, orchestras, ensembles, rock bands and choruses. Prepared groups for concerts, graduations, fundraisers, festivals, competitions and special events. Directed all aspects of school’s performances including selection of material and scheduling, sound, lighting and video documentation.
• Created and organized successful benefit concert events. Coordinated performers, speakers, technicians and organizations. Arranged facility reservations, media coverage and sound and video set-up and operation: The American Cancer Society, Race for the Cure, The Frederick Rescue Mission, The Arc of Frederick County, Frederick Food Bank and Special Olympics.
Rock Camp Director, John’s Rock Shop (Frederick, MD) 6/2010-Present
• Formed John’s Rock Shop, a music school program for students and adults. Created program, designed logo and was responsible for marketing, materials, supervising counselors and directing daily camp activities and performance. Directed similar camps for Make ‘N Music (Frederick, MD) and French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts (Hancock, NY).
• Set up mixer, speakers, microphones, amplifiers and monitors for rehearsal and performance. Produced audio recordings of students with Pro Tools, Cubase and 8-track mobile digital recording systems. Also operated lighting and special effects for performances.
3.3. MUSIC ARTIST/COMPOSER/PERFORMER
• Composed and arranged music for rock groups, percussion ensembles, string quartets, school bands and orchestras using Sibelius and Finale music composition software programs.
• Selected compositions and CDs:
o “Still Waiting”, solo CD, composed, produced and performed.
o “Still Hungry” composed, produced and performed with Hage Brothers.
o Drummer and songwriter for Bittersweet Manics, Glassoline and Party Akimbo rock bands.
o “Journey of a Raindrop” for percussion ensemble.
3.4. TEACHER/EDUCATOR
Hage Instruction
• Private business for teaching drums, guitar, bass, piano, flute, saxophone, violin and harp.
Music Department Head, The Barnesville School (Barnesville, MD), 2001-2005, and The Banner School (Frederick, MD), 2007-to present
• Performing Arts Director for private school, primary and secondary levels. Instructed students in music technology, theory, history, instrumentation and composition.
• Director of music and drama department for primary and middle school. Musical, band and chorus director and theory, history and composition teacher.
• Implemented music technology station using keyboards and music education software including GarageBand, Music Ace and Sibelius. Formed multi-media club instructing students on operating audio-visual equipment.
4. EDUCATION
• Bachelor of Music, Catholic University of America, Washington D.C, 1987
• Music Major, Montgomery College, Rockville, MD, 1981-1983.
• Computer Program Design, Northern Virginia Community College, Annandale, VA, 1997-1998
• Conducted and attended workshops and seminars in Technology, Education and Business
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